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Piano Lessons-Click Here to View Flyer

2009-06-08T20:49:00.003-04:00

Dear Parents,

Piano lessons will once again be offered during the 2009-2010 school year. Mrs. Anna Galbreath teaches private half hour lessons during the school week, working around your child's academic schedule. Attached is the registration form for piano lessons. Hard copies will also be sent home with your child tomorrow. If you are interested, please fill out the form and return it to the school at your convenience. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Lost and Found

2009-06-08T20:49:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

There will be a table set up outside Tuesday and Wednesday mornings with all of the items that have been collected in the lost and found throughout the year. If it is raining, the table will be inside the back lobby doors. Please take a moment to look through what is there and see if any of it may belong to your family. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Calvary Hill Church Vacation Bible School

2009-06-06T15:48:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

Calvary Hill Church Vacation Bible School 2009 will be taking place June 29th-July 3rd from 9:00AM to 12:00PM for kids Pre-K to 6th grades. As kids participate in fun-filled activities, they will learn how each one of them is loved by Jesus! We will have a great time with lively songs, hilarious skits,creative crafts, exciting games, Bible stories and tasty snacks?all of the things that make Vacation Bible School so much fun for children.

PRE-REGISTER AND AVOID WAITING IN LINE!
The VBS flier and medical release form are attached to this e-mail. The actual registration forms are available on the Calvary Hill Church website (www.calvaryhillchurch.com) and the ACA website (www.acaglassboro.org). Hardcopies are available in the main office. If you would like, I can also send a registration form home with your child- just reply to this e-mail to let me know.

SonRock Kids Camp can be an inspirational and educational adventure for your entire family. Invite a friend!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Field Day

2009-05-27T13:03:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Due to the schedule of some of the Rowan students that help with field day, it is necessary for us to postpone field day until next Thursday, June 4th. We apologize for any inconvenience. Field day will take place from 9:00-11:30 on Thursday, June 4th. Thank you :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

School Tool Box Program

2009-05-19T14:49:00.000-04:00

Parents,

It's that time of year again. You should have received an order form that was sent home with your child yesterday. If not, you will most likely receive it today. You don't want to worry about purchasing school supplies during the summer. There are no school supplies to select from by the time you get a chance to go to the store. You don't want to waste gas going from one location to the next trying to find the right supplies. Well, this is your chance to get ahead of the curve for the 2009-2010 school year and purchase a school tool box for your child now. The ACA PTA has made this easy for you. We do all of the work for you. This is not a fundraiser. The PTA does this in order to assist the parents of ACA and make the purchase of school supplies more convenient. All you have to do is complete an order form and return it along with payment to the school -- no hassle, no fuss. All summer long you can enjoy and not have to worry. Before school begins, we will have our annual Back-To-School dessert social in August, and you can pick up your child's school toolbox at that time. It will have all the supplies they need to start off the school year.

So don't delay! Get your orders in now and you will save time and money? Think about that lovely school box your child will receive before the school year starts. Remember, you have until Friday, May 29, 2009 to get your order in. Simply send in the order with your child or
submit it to the office.

PS. Book bags are once again being offered this year. Take a look and maybe you'll want to purchase one of those in addition to the school supplies.

School Tool Box Program

Welcome to ACA's School Tool Box(tm) Program...our exact school supply list (by grade), custom pre-packaged and delivered in a keepsake box.

Make sure your child starts the first day of school the right way!

What is it?

ACA has participated with the School Tool Box(tm) Program the past three years. This program normally takes place in the month of May before the end of the school year. The program entails developing a customized kit of school supplies for the students at a price that beats even the local "Big Mart." The School Tool Box(tm) Program offers one-stop shopping for teachers to equip students for the upcoming school year. Students are provided with all of the school supplies they will need for their grade level, according to the corresponding teacher's supply list. The program uses only name brand products and guarantees total satisfaction.

Benefits

Listed below are some of the many advantages of using the School Tool Box(tm) Program!

* Consistent - Students have the exact school supplies for their grade.
* Convenient - The hassle of going store to store in search of the proper supplies is alleviated. And parents can still pay by credit card.
* Cost Saving - Primary School Supplies purchases direct from manufacturers, then sells direct to the schools. The School Tool Box(tm) is less expensive than purchasing individual items from retail stores.
* Quality Products - The program is committed to providing students and their teachers with the best tools to enhance the education process. Primary School Supplies has the expertise to know which products perform best, from name brands like Acco, American Scholar, Avery, Bic, Crayola, Dixon, Elmers, Fiskars, Helix, Kimberly-Clark, Mead, Newell, Papermate, and Sanford.

Savings

ACA strives to make the School Tool Box(tm) Program the greatest possible advantage to students, service to parents, and benefit to ACA and its teachers. Here are some of the ways you save when you participate in the School Tool Box(tm) program.

* Buy wholesale - Primary School Supplies purchase directly from manufacturers and sell directly to ACA. The School Tool Box(tm) is cheaper than purchasing individual items from retail stores
* Tax free - ACA purchases the supplies tax-free, increasing your savings.
* Added value - The price includes packing and delivery in the colorful keepsake box.
* No shopping - You save the time and expense of driving from store to store.

PTA PRESIDENT,
Damon V. Briggs, Sr.

Friday, May 15th

2009-05-12T14:16:00.001-04:00

Parents,

This is a reminder that this Friday, May 15th will be a half day of school due to Rowan University's graduation. School will be dismissed at 12:00PM with no lunch or aftercare provided. Please make arrangements to pick your child up promptly at 12:00PM to ensure that all students and staff can be home before the traffic gets heavy. Thank you for you cooperation!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser

2009-05-12T14:13:00.001-04:00

Parents,

This Thursday, May 14th is Chick-Fil-A night at the Deptford location from 4:30-8:30PM. Each student who attends will receive a free homework pass. Also, the class with the most students at Chick-Fil-A on Thursday night wins an ice cream party from the PTA! You can eat in, drive thru, or take out...just tell them you are with ACA so that the school gets credit for your purchase!

Also, keep in mind that the Internet Safety seminar will be taking place at ACA on Thursday night at 7:00PM. Grab dinner with your kids at Chick-Fil-A and then head over to the school for helpful information about internet safety and how not to become a victim.

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

PTA Meeting Tonight

2009-05-12T14:11:00.003-04:00

Reminder:

Don't forget that tonight is the PTA meeting, Tuesday, May 12th at 7:00PM. If you've never been to a meeting, it's still okay to come out to the last meetng. It's never too late to attend your first PTA meeting. Bring a friend if you would like!!!

On the agenda, you will hear from our school's principal. You will also be participating in the wrap-up of numerous activites and events as the school year comes to a close. Also, we will be electing officers to run the PTA next year, so you don't want to miss this meeting. It's a great place to come and meet new people and find out how you can volunteer to make a difference at your child's school.

The count down is on; less than one month remains in this school year. So come out and get involved.

Child care will be provided.

Damon V. Briggs, Sr.

Elementary Spring Musical

2009-05-07T15:04:00.001-04:00

Dear Parents,

The elementary spring musical will be taking place tomorrow night, May 8th at 7:00PM in the Calvary Hill Church sanctuary. All elementary students and middle school choir participants should arrive no later than 6:30PM. We look forward to enjoying this presentation that the students have been working very hard on for the past several months! Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Letter from Mr. Watts, School Administrator

2009-05-06T12:52:00.004-04:00

Hello All,

I would like to thank everyone for all you have done to help keep the school running efficiently while I’ve been absent with both bacterial and viral pneumonia.

This efficiency hasn’t come about by waving a “magic wand” or by accident. It is the result of what has been accomplished over many hours over the last three years.

Thanks to Nick Di Croce for establishing a financial foundation upon which to operate. Thanks to Lori Di Croce for monitoring the finances and implementing administrative decisions. This has continued to happen because of her telephone calls and emails to me in which I was able to communicate administrative decisions to her from home and feel confident that they would be implemented.

Thanks to Danielle Cooper for effectively implementing the tasks that have been given to her.

Thank you to the discipline committee and PAC committee for your roles during this time. Thank you to the classroom teachers and our teacher aides for your commitment and diligence. Thank you to our parent volunteers who behind the scenes contribute so much to our school. I am so proud of all of you for in my eyes you are the “A” team.

Thank you to the students for their cooperation in order for us to maintain smooth day to day operations.

Thank you to our parents who often sacrifice to provide this education for their children.

Thank you to Pastor Brent for being available to open the plays and for lending his support.

Thank you to the school board past and present for your dedication. Chuck Pfeiffer, Marilyn Watts, Kathy Berkheiser, and Nick Di Croce you are much appreciated.

I also want to thank our PTA president – Damon Briggs – for the energy, vision, and the diligence he has given to this position.

I want to thank my sisters, Marilyn and Beverly, for their help with computer situations and for Beverly who takes care of School Dynamics, report cards, and progress reports.

I also thank the maintenance workers who have helped so much over the years – who not only do their jobs but also take time to pray for our needs.

This started out as a “Thank You” to those who have helped so much during the last couple of weeks. But as I thought about it, I decided to take this opportunity to extend a BIG THANK YOU to everyone. It is so easy to take for granted the things people do on a daily basis.

I wish all of our mothers a special Mother’s Day blessing filled with joy and happiness.

The secret to this success is the ability to delegate responsibilities to very talented people and then see them use their own creative talents in effectively handling those responsibilities. This is an opposite philosophy to micromanaging, and I believe it has created a dynamic pattern for success. All of you – you are the best!

I will be seeing you soon – “the light at the end of the tunnel” is getting brighter.

May God continue to bless and guide your lives as together we advance His kingdom through this wonderful medium of Christian Education. -- Wellington Watts

Grandparents Day and Other Important Information

2009-04-30T15:20:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

I have attached the Week at a Glance for the upcoming school week. The May events and lunch calendars are also attached to this e-mail.

Spring picture orders are due tomorrow, Friday. If you would like to purchase the pictures that were sent home, you can return a check to the school. If you do not want the pictures, please return them to the school by tomorrow.

Also, if you are registered for the 2009-2010 school year, the $100 computer fee per child is due tomorrow.

Those who ordered candy apples through the PTA fundraiser will receive the apples tomorrow! :)

Also keep in mind that Grandparents' Day events will begin at 1:30PM tomorrow. We will be having an assembly in the sanctuary followed by a time for the kids to show their grandparents their classrooms.

Have a great night!!! :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Intent to Register at ACA/Book Orders

2009-04-29T16:24:00.002-04:00

Parents,

Our deadline for ordering books from certain companies is approaching fast. If you have not already registered or filled out one of the "Intent to register" forms, please respond to this e-mail if you plan to reregister for the 09-10 school year. This will enable us to order as many of the books as possible now. We will accept your registration and book fees at a later point but would like to include your books in the order if possible. If you have already registered and/or sent in your intent form, your books will be ordered. Thank you!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Bake Sale Tomorrow

2009-04-29T15:01:00.002-04:00

Parents,

Due to the unexpected closure of school yesterday, the 6th grade bake sale will be taking place tomorrow (Thursday) during lunch time. 6th grade students are asked to bring in items to sell at the bake sale. Please send money with your child if you would them to be able to purchase a goodie at the bake sale. Thank you!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Spring Pictures and Other Information

2009-04-16T11:47:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

Tomorrow is a FREE dress down day for students. After an intense week of testing, students may dress down for tomorrow without having to pay $1 :)

Spring pictures will be sent home with students tomorrow. If you would like to purchase the pictures, please keep them and simply return a check to the school made payable to Lifetouch. If you do not want to keep the pictures, please return them with your child as soon as possible.

There will be a meeting for all parents interested in helping during Teacher Appreciation Week tomorrow (Friday, April 17th) at 1:45PM in room 101. Details of Teacher Appreciation Week events will be discussed.

Textbook loan forms were sent home in registration packets several weeks ago. If you have not returned this form, please do so as soon as possible. These forms are submitted to the public school district and allow us to receive books (aside from the consumable books that are covered by your paid book fees) that ACA keeps on hand permanently.

Hope that your week is going great! It is nice to see the sun again isn't it?! Have a great night :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Magazine Drive Extended until Wednesday, April 22nd

2009-04-15T14:22:00.000-04:00

Parents,

I hope that you all had a wonderful Easter with your families! Please keep in mind that due to Glassboro Public Schools being closed this week, no hot lunches will be served. Students must bring a bagged lunch from home. We will still have pizza on Friday as usual.

The magazine drive has been extended until Wednesday, April 22nd. Students who turn in orders by tomorrow will receive a prize!

Stanford testing for all grades is taking place each day this week. Students have testing from 8:30 until lunch time. Please make sure that your child is on time and present for school each day this week.

Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Registration for the 2009-2010 School Year is Past Due

2009-04-14T14:18:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Please be aware that registration for the 2009-2010 school year is past due at this point. Book fees are due tomorrow, April 15th and computer fees on Friday, May 1st. While we understand that it may not be financially possible for some families to register at this time, it would be very helpful to have an idea of how many current ACA families plan to return next year.

A letter of intent will be sent home with students and we are asking that if you have not registered your child for the 2009-2010 school year but plan to do so, please complete the form at the bottom of the letter and return it to the school. Please keep in mind that this will not serve as registration for your family, but will allow us to begin to plan and prepare for the 2009-2010 school year based on an expected enrollment. Thanks so much for you help in this!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Important Updates

2009-04-02T16:39:00.000-04:00

Parents,

I have attached the Week at a Glance for the week of April 12th- when we return from Easter break.

Pretzel orders for the next period are due by tomorrow. The new pretzel orders will begin on Tuesday, April 14th when the students return to school. If you would like your child to have pretzels, please send in the form with payment by tomorrow. I have attached a copy of the order form to this email.

Play practice on Saturday morning will begin at 10:30AM rather than 10:00AM. It will still be over by 1:00PM. All students in Act 3 are required to attend.

Please keep in mind that registration for the 2009-2010 is due at this point. If you plan on re-registering your child for this next school year, please turn your registration packets in as soon as possible so that we can submit the B6T transportation forms which are due to your individual school districts. In order to receive your transportation reimbursement, these forms must be submitted.

Thank you and have a great night!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Week at a Glance Notice

2009-04-02T15:14:00.003-04:00

Magazine Drive

2009-04-01T15:40:00.002-04:00

Parents,

Tomorrow is the 1st date to turn in your magazine orders for the magazine drive. Students who turn in orders tomorrow will receive prizes. You can return the orders to school with your child and prizes will be given out during lunch time. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Lunch Tomorrow

2009-03-31T15:50:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Please be aware that the hot lunch option for tomorrow has been changed to chicken nuggets with a dinner roll. Please discuss this with your child this evening to avoid confusion ordering lunch tomorrow. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Testing for 7th and 8th Grade

2009-03-31T14:30:00.002-04:00

Dear 7th and 8th grade parents,

In addition to the Stanford tests, the 7th and 8th grade students will be tested on their writing skills. This test will be comprised of two sections. The first section of the test will be a descriptive writing piece based on a writing prompt provided by the teacher. The second section of the test will be an essay on a teacher-selected topic. Both compositions will be graded by three teachers for mechanics and content and will be given a composite score. Tests will take place for 8th grade tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31st and for 7th grade on Wednesday, April 1st.

Please make sure your students get a good night's sleep before the tests. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Magazine Drive

2009-03-26T11:15:00.002-04:00

Parents,

Students had an assembly during school today to kick off the magazine drive. Packets have been sent home with your children. Please take time to look through the packet and familiarize yourself with the fundraiser. The first deadline is tomorrow! You will find a postcard booklet in the fundraising packet to list names of people that may live far away that you would like to be a part. Each student who returns this booklet by tomorrow with at least 7 people with different addresses, will receive a prize!

Thursday, April 2nd will be the 1st turn in day. Each student who turns in orders by next Thursday will receive prizes!

The drive will continue through the Easter break and final orders will be collected on Wednesday, April 15th.

Happy fundraising :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Win a $15 gift card to Friendly's

2009-03-24T15:17:00.002-04:00

Dear Parents,

The ACA student council will be sponsoring a fundraiser Friday, March 27th- Thursday, April 2nd. There will be two large jars of jelly beans in the cafeteria during lunch times- one for elementary school and one for middle school. To go along with many of the classes current math units of estimation, students will have the opportunity to guess how many jelly beans are in the jar. The cost is $.25 per guess and students may guess as many times as they would like.

One elementary and one middle school winner will be presented with a $15 gift card to Friendly's. The student council will donate all proceeds to the school program of their choice. Please send a few quarters in to school with your child starting on Friday so that they can participate in this creative fundraiser sponsored by our ACA Student Council.

Thank you!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Thursday, March 26th is Spring Picture Day

2009-03-23T15:17:00.000-04:00

Parents,

This coming Thursday, March 26th is spring picture day. Students should follow dress down guidelines and can wear outfits of their/your choice. Forms have been sent home today with your children. Please fill it out with your name and pose selection and send back to school for picture day. You will be given the option to order pictures after they have been developed- there is no need to send money in on Thursday.

8th grade students will have the option of having their pictures taken in cap and gown. We have one cap and gown set that can be used for those pictures. Please note on your form if you would like your 8th grade student to have a professional cap and gown photo taken.

Many school districts have deadlines for their B6T transportation forms to be in. Your B6T needs to be submitted to your school district as soon as possible. If you plan on registering your child for the 2009-2010 school year, please return the B6T form to the school office as soon as possible. Thanks for your help in this!

Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Funeral Service

2009-03-18T16:01:00.001-04:00

Parents,

There will be funeral service taking place at Calvary Hill Church during the school day tomorrow. A very large crowd is expected as the service is in honor of a member of the church who was also a state trooper. The services begin at 9:00AM and will continue into the early afternoon. If you will need to visit the school between the hours of 9:00AM and 2:00PM, parking will be extremely limited. Calvary Hill Church has organized overflow parking at surrounding locations that you may need to utilize if you arrive during those times. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time for one of our church families.

Because of the busy situation tomorrow and because the school is closed on Friday, we will be ordering pizza for lunch instead of the regular hot lunches. Please send a bagged lunch with your child if you would rather they not have pizza for lunch. Thank you!

Tomorrow is a dress down day for students. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day.

Also, this is a reminder that your registration packet and fee is due by tomorrow in order to receive the $25 voucher per child toward the book fees. In order for your child to be registered for the 2009-2010 school year and receive this voucher, your registration fee must be paid with your paperwork.

Tomorrow night is the ACA Open House from 7:00PM-9:00PM. All parents are encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity for you to meet with the teacher that your child will have next year!

Have a great night!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Teacher/Staff In-Service Day-No School

2009-03-17T15:44:00.000-04:00

Parents,

I have several notes for you this week! It's a busy time around the school and a lot is happening. :)

As a friendly reminder, we ask that if you need to pick your child up from school early that you give the school as much notice as possible. The teachers prefer that you send in a note first thing in the morning to let them know what time you will need your child to be ready. If that is not possible, please contact the main office and let us know as much in advance as you can. We will then contact your child's teacher to let her know and she will make sure your child has his/her homework for the day and things together when you arrive. This avoids disrupting the class and saves you waiting time when you arrive as well. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

As stated on the school calendar, there is no school this Friday, March 20th due to teacher/staff in-service day.

Make-up day for the ACA book fair will be on Thursday. If your child missed the opportunity to browse or purchase from the book fair during their scheduled time this week, they will have the opportunity to visit the book fair again on Thursday. You may send in money with your child to do that. Parents are welcome to browse the book fair as well from 2:00-4:00 tomorrow or Thursday and again during the open house on Thursday night.

Yearbook orders are due on Thursday. Don't miss your chance to purchase a yearbook for the 2008-2009 school year! The cost is $35. Checks can be made payable to ACA and sent into school with your child.

Keep in mind that if your registration packet and fee are received by this Thursday, you will receive a $25 voucher per child to be used toward book fees.

DVD's of the elementary Christmas production "O Christmas Tree" are now available in the main office for $10.

Phew- that's it for now! :) Hope that you are having a great week!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Traffic Alert

2009-03-17T15:04:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Beginning Monday, March 23rd, the Glassboro Police Department will be closing Route 322 at Bowe Blvd and at the West Street and Main Street intersection for construction on the Rowan Blvd. project. The closure will last through the end of the school year.

The closure by Rowan will mostly likely cause traffic delays during certain times of the day. Please plan accordingly to allow adequate time in your commutes to and from the school.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Open House-Thursday, March 19th at 7:00 PM Please Attend

2009-03-17T14:52:00.000-04:00

Parents,

This Thursday, March 19th at 7:00PM is ACA's Open House night for the 2009-2010 school year. All parents are encouraged to attend! The goal is for you to visit the classroom teacher that your child will have for the 2009-2010 school year. Your children are welcome to attend this night as well- we ask only that they remain under your supervision for the entire night as this is a time for parents and children to spend together getting to know next year's teachers a little better. This will also ensure that our teachers are available to talk with you and answer any questions you may have. Teachers will have their curriculum on display for you to look through and they will be available to answer questions you may have.

This event is also open to the public and we encourage you to invite any families you may know that would be interested in looking into educating their children at Ambassador Christian Academy. The open house is a great opportunity for prospective families to see what our school is all about! If you need more open house fliers to hand out, please let me know and I will send them home with your child.

If you have any questions, please contact the main office at 856-881-3669. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday night at 7:00PM!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Registration Packet

2009-03-16T15:47:00.000-04:00

Parents,

You may have noticed that your registration packet that was sent home with students on Friday is missing a B6T transportation form. The form has been sent home with your child today. Please be sure to look for it. The B6T transportation reimbursement forms are a required part of your registration. If you have already sent in your registration forms, please complete the B6T and return it to the school as soon as possible. All others can return the form along with their other completed registration forms.

Thanks so much and have a great day!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

St. Patrick's Day

2009-03-16T14:52:00.000-04:00

Parents,

Tomorrow will be a FREE dress down day for St. Patrick's Day. Students are encouraged to wear green!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Props Needed for Musical and Spring Production

2009-03-11T15:56:00.003-04:00

Parents,

As you know, many of your children have been working very hard in preparation for the upcoming spring productions. Now we need the help of our parents to get everything together and make these productions the best they can be!

K4-4th grade will be doing a musical called Arkeology (the study of Noah and the Ark). The children will be working to make their own animal masks and such. If you have any old animal costumes that you would like to donate or have your child use, please let Miss Cuoco know. Also, if your children have any animal print shirts, pants, or leggings, those would be very helpful as well.

4th-8th grades will be performing "The Miracle Worker". If you have sewing ability and would be willing to donate some time to help sew costumes from the early 1900's, please let Miss Cuoco know. We are also in need of the following items for this production:

-Men's hats
-Suspenders
-Wingtip shoes
-Ladies shoes that look like they could be from the era
-Parasol
-A pump for an old-fashioned well
-Wick latern
-Long dresses- something we could make to look like that era
- A wood cradle

Anything you are able to do will be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance for helping us to make these productions very special!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Volunteers Needed

2009-03-11T13:52:00.000-04:00

Parents,

We are still in need of volunteers to help with the book fair next week. These are the specific times that we really need more help:

2 more people to help on Wednesday morning
1 more person to help on Thursday morning
1 more person to help on Thursday evening during the Open House
Every afternoon Monday thru Thursday from 2:00-4:00

If you are able to help in any way, please contact Dorcas Reynolds as soon as possible at angeljoy3@aol.com or reply to this e-mail. The shifts listed above are only for 2 hours each- any help that you are able to commit would be GREATLY appreciated!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Lunch Voucher

2009-03-09T14:43:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

A lunch voucher notice went home with your child today stating that his/her lunch voucher is negative. Please take note of the negative amount stated on the notice and remit payment to the office as soon as possible. Until the lunch account is replenished, your student will not be allowed to order hot lunch. Thank you so much for your continued cooperation in this matter!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Education Sunday

2009-03-05T15:26:00.002-05:00

Parents,

Please note that Education Sunday will not be taking place on Sunday, March 29th. The rescheduled date will be posted on next month's calendar. Also, Thursday, March 26th will be Spring pictures day- please add that to your March calendars.

Tomorrow is a dress down day for students. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day. Please keep in mind that dressing down is optional, but students who are dressed down and do not pay their $1 will be written up for dress code violation. Thank you for your continued cooperation!

Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Revised Calendar for the Month

2009-03-05T14:49:00.000-05:00

Parents,

I have attached a revised calendar for the month of March. Please go to the website to view the monthly calendar. Please note that the book fair is the week of March 16th-19th (not the 23rd-26th as shown on the previous calendar). Drama club practices have been added to the calendar, as well as the Parents/Teachers/Students/Alumni Basketball Fun night on March 13th. Also, due to the snow closures this week, progress reports will not be sent home until Friday, March 13th.

We are still in need of parent volunteers to help with the book fair March 16th-19th. If you are willing and available to help, please print the attached form and return it to the school as soon as possible. Your help will be greatly appreciated!!

Hope that you enjoyed the snow days off! Have a great night :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

March is Here!

2009-02-27T14:02:00.000-05:00

Parents,

It's hard to believe that it is March already! I have attached the March event and lunch calendars to this e-mail. Hard copies were also sent home with students. As usual, the Week at a Glance is also attached.

Parents, please make sure that your child's lunch account is up to date. Students who have negative balances on their lunch accounts will not be allowed to order lunch and must bring a bagged lunch from home. Notices are sent home every Monday with students who have a balance of $4.00 or less on their accounts. Please be sure to look for those on Mondays. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

4th Grade Bake Sale

2009-02-25T14:41:00.001-05:00

Parents,

The 4th grade brought in so many goodies that we have enough to extend the bake sale for one more day :) We will be continuing the bake sale during lunch tomorrow so if you would like your child to be able to purchase something, please send money with them tomorrow as well. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

ACA Scrip

2009-02-25T14:35:00.000-05:00

Parents,

I have attached a current inventory list for ACA Scrip. The Scrip program has earned over $800 this year for ACA and families that participate. Buy a shopping card to specific retailers that you may shop frequently, and a portion of the cost is returned to your pocket! The Scrip program is also great when you need a gift card for special occasions. A certain percentage of every card is refunded right to you!

For more information about our Scrip program, feel free to respond to this e-mail or call the office (856)-881-3669. You can find a comprehensive list of all that is available through Scrip at www.shopwithscrip.com.

You can purchase Scrip cards anytime in the main office and for your convenience, Marcy Jenny sells Scrip every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during pick-up times and also Friday mornings during drop-off times in the back lobby where children enter the school. You can also place orders directly on the scrip website listed above.

Happy shopping! :)

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Bake Sale Tomorrow

2009-02-24T15:23:00.002-05:00

Parents,

This is just a reminder that the bake sale will be taking place during lunch time tomorrow. Please remember to send in some money with your child if you would like them to be able to purchase something.

Also, 4th grade is responsible for bringing in the items to sell at the bake sale tomorrow. 4th grade parents, please send in some goodies with your children. Thank you!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

DEADLINE FOR ORDERING YEARBOOKS

2009-02-22T22:00:00.001-05:00

Dear Parents,

Due to the short week of school, the deadline for ordering yearbooks early at the price of $30 was extended to Monday. If you would like to order a yearbook for your child at this special price, please send the money and order form into school on Monday. All other yearbook orders at a price of $35 will be due by Thursday, March 19th. Thank you!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Boxtop Labels

2009-02-17T19:55:00.001-05:00

Parents,

We will be sending out a shipment of boxtops this Friday, February 20th. If you have boxtops labels that you have collected, please submit them by this Friday so that they can be mailed. Thanks so much for you help in this!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser

2009-02-11T14:17:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

This is a reminder that all love notes and ads for the yearbook are due by tomorrow. If you would like to write a special note to your child in the yearbook, please fill out the love notes form previously sent home and return it with your payment of $5 per 15 words.

Tomorrow will be a Valentine's dress down day. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day and are encouraged to wear Valentine's colors.

Tomorrow night will be our Chick-Fil-A fundraiser night at the Sicklerville location from 4:30PM-8:30PM. Every student who comes will receive a free homework pass! A portion of the sales will be donated to ACA. We hope to see you there!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

2/13/09- Calvary Hill Church's Amp'd's youth group is hosting a Parent's Night Out!

2009-02-11T14:07:00.002-05:00

Parents,

This Friday night, Calvary Hill Church's Amp'd youth group is hosting a Parent's Night Out! From 6:00-9:30PM you can leave your kids ages K4-5th grade in the gymnasium with us for a fun night of games and activities! Your kids will have a blast while you enjoy the night out.

There is no specific charge for the evening but the youth are providing this service as a fundraiser for Speed-the-Light and would greatly appreciate your donation. The youth have pledged to raise $5,000 for Speed-the-Light this year. Speed-the-Light is a missions organization that provides supplies to missionaries around the world.

If you would like to reserve a spot for your children ages 3 and up (due to the activities planned for the evening, we are not able to accomodate children under 3), please respond to this e-mail or call the office at 856-881-3669 by tomorrow. We hope to see you there!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Love Note

2009-02-10T20:53:00.003-05:00

Parents,

Please keep in mind that if you would like to put a love note or an ad in the
yearbook, the paperwork and money is due this upcoming Thursday, February 12th.

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to write something special to your children!!!

Blessings,
Lori Di Croce

EARLY YEARBOOK ORDERS

2009-02-06T15:12:00.000-05:00

Parents,

I have attached the Week at a Glance for the upcoming school week!

Please keep in mind that if you would like to put a love note in the yearbook for your child, the paperwork and money is due this upcoming Thursday, February 12th. You can return your form and payment to your child's teacher.

Early orders for the yearbook at the special $30 price are due by Friday, February 20th. After the 20th, the cost of the yearbook will be $35. All orders are due by Thursday, March 19th.

Enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Weather ALERT

2009-02-03T11:12:00.003-05:00

Parents,

We will be remaining open for the duration of the school day. However, there will be NO AFTERCARE and we are asking that all students be picked up by 2:30 this afternoon. According to the local forecast, the heaviest snow is expected around 3:00PM so we would like to make sure that all students are safely home by that time.

We encourage you to use your own discretion- if you feel that the conditions are getting worse and you would like to pick up your child earlier, feel free to do so.

Please be prompt in picking up your children by 2:30 so that the ACA teachers and staff can also make their way safely home before the conditions get bad.

Thanks for you cooperation and travel safely!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

WEATHER ALERT

2009-01-27T15:13:00.001-05:00

Parents,

With the current track of the weather system coming our way, we are anticipating closing school tomorrow. We will continue to watch the weather updates throughout the afternoon and evening and will make a final decision by 8:00PM this evening.

If the final decision is to close the school for tomorrow, you will receive an e-mail and an announcement will also be posted on the school website: www.acaglassboro.net

Our school closing number is 831 and will be listed on the local television and radio stations. Please give an alternate plan for your children in case the final decision is to close school tomorrow.

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Yearbook

2009-01-26T13:49:00.001-05:00

Dear Parents,

We are in the process of putting the yearbook together for this year. Order forms went home with students today and I am also attaching the form to this e-mail.

8th grade parents, your students will be having their 8th grade graduation photos taken on Wednesday, February 11th for the yearbook. They will be wearing their graduation caps and gowns for the photo.

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Student Illness

2009-01-21T15:39:00.000-05:00

Parent Memo
From Mr. Watts
January 21, 2009

This is a reminder concerning student illness. We have sent several students home who were sick with upset stomachs. Please keep students home until they are able to return to school and are not contagious.

Please consult your handbooks for more information on student illness.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Mr. Watts

Farewell to Mrs. Knodt

2009-01-16T14:07:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

I have attached the Week at a Glance for the upcoming school week. There is no school on Monday. Try to stay warm this weekend :)

Today we say farewell to Mrs. Amy Knodt, our 1st grade teacher. Mrs. Knodt has dedicated over 25 years of service to Ambassador Christian Academy. She is a wonderful teacher who has not only touched the lives of hundreds of students, but also the lives of those who worked alongside her each day. She will be greatly missed but we wish her all the best as she and her husband start a new beginning in sunny Florida. We love you, Mrs. Knodt!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Inauguration Day Plans

2009-01-16T11:04:00.000-05:00

Parent Memo
From Mr. Watts
January 16, 2009

Inauguration Day this year is a historical event. We are planning to show this to all students on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. It was also suggested at the PTA meeting last night that Tuesday be a red, white, and blue, patriotic dress down day.

Students will not have to pay the usual $1.00 for this dress down day.

Mr. Watts

Scheduling an Appointment

2009-01-14T13:44:00.000-05:00

January 14, 2008--From Mr. Watts

If you have concerns, it is important that we know about them. However, both principal and teachers have schedules to keep.

1. Therefore, please call the main office to schedule an appointment.

2. Again, it is important to follow the correct protocols and discuss concerns with the teacher first before meeting with the principal. We will be experiencing some very cold weather the next few days. All recess/aftercare activities will be indoors the remainder of this week. Also, please continue to be aware of the various winter weather events that could happen and be prepared to have a plan for each.

Inauguration Day Plans

2009-01-14T12:46:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Tuesday, January 20th will be a historic day as the 44th President of the United States of America is sworn into office. This day is especially significant to our nation's history as Barack Obama is the first African-American elected to the Presidency. We will be showing the inauguration in the sanctuary on Tuesday and would like to invite you to come and watch the ceremony with your children. The official inauguration ceremony starts at 11:30AM. We will adjust lunch schedules and recess times if necessary.

Also, the ACA business office will be closing at 3:00PM Thursday, January 15th, due to a staff meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Photos Needed

2009-01-13T14:21:00.005-05:00

Parents,

We are in the process of putting together our yearbook for the 2008-2009 school year. If you have pictures of any school events (sports, class parties, chapel, first day of school, race for education, Christmas productions, etc.) we would love to use some of them in the yearbook!

If you have pictures, you can e-mail them to Lori Di Croce-ambassadorchristian@comcast.net. Also, feel free to send in the pictures on a flash drive or cd. Please make sure all pictures are in JPEG format.

Thanks so much for your help!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

School Spirit Day

2009-01-12T14:47:00.000-05:00

Parents,

Tomorrow will be a school spirit day as the girls and boys basketball teams have their first home games of the season! Students are encouraged to wear any clothing that has ACA print or logo on it. We will be having an all-school pep rally at 2:00PM.

Note: This is NOT a dress down day...this is a school spirit day. Students may wear anything within the gym uniform guidelines and/or clothing with ACA logo/print.

Our teams will be taking on King's Christian tomorrow afternoon. The girls play at 4:00PM and the boys play at 5:00PM.

Go ACA Eagles!!!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Reminders for the Week

2009-01-07T13:59:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

I just have a few reminders for this week:

Our monthly Chick-Fil-A night will be tomorrow night, January 8th at the Deptford location from 4:30-8:30PM. Cards have been sent home with students. Please present that card when you make a purchase at the counter so that ACA receives credit. Every student who attends tomorrow night will receive a free homework pass for his/her class!

Friday is a dress down day for students. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day.

Also, a congratulations to the boys' and girls' middle school basketball teams who both won their first games of the season yesterday afternoon. ACA stands undefeated :)

Have a great week!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

School Closing Information for Inclement Weather

2009-01-06T12:40:00.002-05:00

School Closing Information for Inclement Weather

1. Delayed openings -- 1 or 2 hour -- (This could be a snow/ice situation that would be bad at regular time but with temperatures warming up, would be OK after 1 or 2 hours.) Announcements --same as school closing sources.

2. Early dismissal -- this could happen if storm begins after school has started and is progressively getting worse. Parents would be called including the possible help of room contacts. If weather is threatening like this, please have a plan B ready when you drop of children for school in case an early dismissal becomes necessary. Due to safety problems for daycare personnel, early dismissal would include daycare children also. Please be prepared to make arrangements accordingly.

3. School closed -- Announcements -- school web site -- TV channels 3-6-10-29 - KYW radio (1060am)

When we can, we'll try to reach this decision the night before so you can make arrangements as early as possible.

New Year

2009-01-05T15:34:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year's! It's nice to see all of your kids again- although I got many phone calls this morning that some are home sick so I hope that they are feeling better and that we will see them soon :) I have attached the Week at a Glance for the current school week.

We will begin ordering pretzels tomorrow. If you would like to order pretzels for your child and have not yet sent in the forms and/or money, please do so as soon as possible. We will have extra pretzels for sale tomorrow. After tomorrow, we will only be ordering for those students who have prepaid.

Cards with school closing information will be going home with students. Our school closing number is on that card. I have also attached some information concerning school closings. Please take a minute to read the attached sheet to become familiar with school closing procedures.

Let me know if you have any questions- as we all get back to our normal routines after a long break. Have a great week!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Changes-Mrs. Knodt's Classroom

2008-12-23T13:41:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

As many of you know, Mrs. Knodt and her husband will be moving to Florida. Her last day at Ambassador will be January 16, 2009.

Mrs. Knodt has given 25 years of service to Ambassador Christian Academy. Her work here has been greatly appreciated, and she will be truly missed. We wish her and her husband God’s blessing on this new move in their lives.

It is our decision to move Mrs. Stanton to first grade to finish out the year. Mrs. Stanton has had two years of experience teaching first graders. There will also be some other adjustments within the school in order to keep the other programs going.

Wishing all of you a very merry and blessed Christmas,

Wellington E. Watts, II

DRESS DOWN DAY/PICTURE DAY

2008-12-22T15:02:00.000-05:00

Parents,

Tomorrow, Dec. 23rd will be a FREE Dress down day!
o Students should wear Christmas colors
- 12PM Dismissal/No Aftercare/No Lunch
o The school will be closing at 12:00PM and no aftercare will be
provided. Please respect the time of our staff and be prompt
in picking up your children. Thank you!

Have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year!!!

Lori Di Croce
Office/Business Manager

Middle School Christmas Play and Silent Auction-Dec. 19th

2008-12-18T09:52:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Friday night at 7:00PM will be our middle school Christmas play and Silent Auction. A special love offering will be collected for the teachers following the play. Please consider what you can contribute to bless ACA's teachers this Christmas.

Pretzel order forms are due this Friday. If you plan to order pretzels for your child for the upcoming months, please return the form and your payment by this Friday.

Friday will also be a dress down day. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day.

Also, if you plan to donate a blanket to Kids' Alley, please bring it to the school office by tomorrow. The blankets will be picked up tomorrow to be distributed to Kids Alley this weekend.

Thank you and have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

2009 Chick-Fil-A Calendars Available

2008-12-16T15:19:00.001-05:00

Parents,

We have 2009 Chick-Fil-A calendars available for purchase in the office. The calendars have over $30 worth of Chick-Fil-A coupons in them. The cost is $6. If you are interested, feel free to stop by the main office and pick one up. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Scrip Wishlist

2008-12-16T15:17:00.002-05:00

Dear Parents,

It's hard to believe that Christmas is only 9 days away!!! I have attached the list of inventory that we have in stock for Scrip. Feel free to take a look and see what we have. You might find something perfect for someone on your list!

Also, keep in mind that each teacher has a Scrip wishlist if you are planning to buy a Christmas gift for your child's teacher. The wishlists are available in the main office or you can contact me and I will get you a copy of the list for your teacher.

We will also be placing one last order before the holidays for Scrip tomorrow morning. If you have anything that you would like to order, please let us know and we will include it. The order should arrive on Monday, and in time for Christmas.

If you have any questions about the Scrip program, please let me know! Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Current Inventory List

PTA CANCELLED TONIGHT

2008-12-16T15:16:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Due to today's weather and the forecast for tonight, the PTA meeting for tonight has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for a future time to be determined. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Special Presentation

2008-12-15T15:33:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Due to the middle school's Christmas play practice schedule, tomorrow's chapel will be combined elementary/middle school from 8:30-9:00AM. Mrs. Knodt's first grade class has prepared a special presentation.

A special offering will be collected for Kids' Alley and students are being challenged to bring $5 to put in the offering tomorrow.

Also, if you would like to donate a blanket to Kids' Alley for Christmas, please bring them to the school by Thursday so that they can be distributed in time for Christmas.

Thank you so much for you generosity. Hope that you are having a great Monday!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Blankets for Kids' Alley

2008-12-11T18:59:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Tonight is our Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser at the Sicklerville location (Cross Keys Road) from 4:30-8:30. A portion of the money you spend is donated to ACA. All students who come to Chick-Fil-A will receive a free homework pass!

Tomorrow is a dress down day for students. Students may pay $1 to
dress down for the day.

Order forms went home with students today for the next pretzel order period. If you would like to order pretzels, please return the form by Friday, December 19th.

We are collecting blankets to donate to Kids' Alley this Christmas. If you would like to donate a blanket, you can bring it to the school by Friday, December 19th.

The ACA office will be closing at 3:00PM tomorrow for the ACA
teachers/staff Christmas party. If you will be picking your children
up after 3:00PM, please use the east side gym entrance. Thank you!

There's a lot going on this time of year :) We hope to see you at Chick-Fil-A tonight! Have a great night!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Kids Alley and Christmas Program

2008-12-03T14:37:00.001-05:00

Dear Parents,

We have an exciting Friday night coming up as the elementary students prepare to present their Christmas program!

A love offering will be taken for our teachers during the program. We want to be able to bless the teachers that serve our students each day with a special gift this Christmas. Anything you are able to contribute will be greatly appreciated.

Scrip will be available for purchase during the Silent Auction following the play. Feel free to stop by and take a look at our inventory. You may just find the perfect Christmas gift!

We will also be collecting blankets for the Kids Alley program during the month of December. Although ACA and Calvary Hill Church will not be hosting the event this year, we would like to be able to contribute to their cause and bless the children this Christmas. Chapel offerings for the month of December will go to Kids Alley.

With your help, ACA can be a part of blessing many families this Christmas. Thank you in advance for your generosity in giving!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Holiday House

2008-11-25T15:40:00.001-05:00

Dear Parents,

Order forms for Holiday House went home with K4-4th grade students today. Please fill out the forms for your child over the next few days, and return them to school by Thursday, December 4th. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Chris Gossard at cmg1rn@comcast.net.

Packets have also gone home with students for the PTA "Enjoy the City" book fundraiser. Information about the fundraiser is included in the envelopes sent home.

Tomorrow will be a dress down day for students as many will be having their Thanksgiving parties! As a reminder, students will be dismissed at 12:00 and there will be no lunch or aftercare.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper

Student Pictures

2008-11-20T09:51:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

The student pictures are in and will be sent home today if you ordered them. If you are not pleased with your child's pictures, there will be a retake day on Wednesday, December 3rd. You can send your pictures back with your child on that day and they will retake them for no extra charge.

If your child was absent on picture day, they will have their picture taken on December 3rd. Order forms are available in the main office.

Also, tomorrow is a dress down day! Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day. Principal's List and Honor Roll certificates will be going home with students tomorrow as well.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Race for Education Awards

2008-11-19T15:59:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

We still have many goodies left over from the bake sale today so we will be continuing the bake sale tomorrow during lunch time as well. Please send money with your child if you would like them to be able to purchase something.

Thank you to everyone who has donated old wooden items to be painted by students for the Silent Auction. We now have as many items as students will be able to paint by the auction day. Your quick response is greatly appreciated!

This Tuesday, November 25th, will be a special Race for Education chapel. Awards will be given out for student accomplishments during the Race for Education day and fundraising. Grades 5-8 have chapel at 8:30. Grades K4-4 have chapel at 9:15. All parents are welcome to attend!

Also, we have a new inventory of Scrip for the Holidays. Stop by the back lobby Monday, Wednesday, or Friday afternoon to see what we have! Also feel free to visit the main office anytime to take a look through our inventory.

Enjoy the rest of your week!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Christmas Fun Day-December 13th

2008-11-19T15:58:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

On Saturday, December 13th, there will be a Christmas Fun Day for students and their families. It will run from 11:00AM-2:00PM. We are looking for vendors/crafters to rent a table for $10 and sell their products. If you are interested or know anyone who might be, please contact Chris Gossard at 856-740-3233 or cmg1rn@comcast.net by December 1st.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Race for Education Donation

2008-11-17T16:13:00.000-05:00

Parents,

This is a reminder that Race for Education donations are due by Monday, November 24th. We will still be accepting donations after this time, however, donations received after November 24th will not count toward student prizes.

Also, the PTA is asking that you consider donating any old chairs, tables, picnic tables, or any other old wooden objects for our Christmas Silent Auction. The students will be repainting these items and adding their own personal touches to them to sell at the auction. If you are able to donate any items, please respond to this email or contact the main office (856)-881-3369.

We are expecting very cold weather this week and we still want to be able to give students some outside time during the day. Please remember to send your students with heavier coats so that they may go outside for recess.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Report Card

2008-11-14T13:23:00.000-05:00

Parents,

This is a reminder that report cards will be going home today. Grades K4-4 should have their report cards in their folders. Please look for them. You can expect to receive report cards for grades 5-8 by Saturday or Monday as they will be mailed today.

You do not need to sign and return the report cards. These copies are for your own records.

The week at a glance is attached for the upcoming school week as well! Thank you and have a great weekend!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Aftercare Information

2008-11-12T12:33:00.003-05:00

Dear Parents,

We realize that there may be some concern about the procedures for aftercare pickup after the office closes at 4:00PM. Our aftercare staff have authorized pickup forms on hand that have been filled out by you with the names of people authorized to pick up your
child. Only people on that list will be permitted to pick your child up from aftercare.
Please make sure that you keep your authorized pick-up form up to date.

If you need to contact the aftercare staff after 4:00PM and notify them of any situation please call or text Leslie Charles at 856-889-6145. We are also in the process of setting up an email account for the aftercare staff as well that would allow you to send them an email if you need to make contact.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reply to this e-mail or contact the main office (856)-881-3669.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Parent volunteers for the Holiday House Needed

2008-11-10T11:54:00.001-05:00

Parents,

We are in need of many more parent volunteers for the Holiday House event in December. If you are able to help, please fill out the volunteer form previously sent home and return it to us by tomorrow. You can also contact Mrs. Chris Gossard by emailing cmg1rn@comcast.net to let her know if you are available to help. If we do not get enough volunteers by tomorrow, we will have to cancel the event. We would really appreciate your help! :)

Also, due to a scheduling conflict, the ACA Chick-Fil-A night will be taking place at the Deptford Chick-Fil-A rather than the Sicklerville location this Thursday.

Please remember to send lunch with your child tomorrow as we will not be serving hot lunch until Wednesday.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Scrip Program Packets

2008-11-05T09:53:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

Informational packets about our Scrip program went home with students today. The Holidays are a great time to take advantage of the ACA Scrip program. Do your shopping and put some money back in your pocket too! The packet contains all of the information about ordering. If you have any questions about the Scrip program, please call the main office at 856-881-3669 or send me an email!

Attached is the Week at a Glance for next week. As a reminder, there will be no school tomorrow or Friday due to the Teacher's Convention. Have a wonderful weekend! See you Monday!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Student Council

2008-11-04T15:09:00.000-05:00

Parents,

Below you will find the results of today's student council elections! After all of the students and teachers have voted, these are the results:

President: Grace Delonis
Vice President: David Gorka
Secretary: Christina Byarm
Treasurer: Joshua Byarm

Class Representatives:
Michele Civile
Matthew Hilton
Mary Byarm
Christy Lamastra
Dominique Lieze
Towan Skinner
Matthew Civile

Be sure to congratulate these students on their hard work and accomplishment in earning the vote with their peers and teachers!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Hot Lunches

2008-11-04T13:51:00.001-05:00

Parents,

This is just a reminder that due to Glassboro schools being closed this week and for Veteran's day, there will be no hot lunches until Wednesday, November 12th. Please make sure that your child brings their lunch from home until then. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Drama Club Needs Your Old Costumes

2008-10-30T16:16:00.001-04:00

Parents,

The drama club is in need of your old costumes, wigs, props, and anything else that could be used for drama club productions. As you are putting away your Halloween costumes and looking through your old ones, please keep the ACA drama club in mind. You can drop any items off in the main office and we will get them to Miss Cuoco. Anything you are able to donate will be greatly appreciated!

Thanks so much!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Phillies Dress Down Day at ACA

2008-10-30T14:34:00.000-04:00

Parents,

In honor of our very own Milt Thompson and the Philadelphia Phillies, tomorrow will be a dress down day for students. Students are not permitted to wear costumes to school tomorrow. However, Calvary Hill Church invites all students to the Harvest Party taking place at 7PM in the gymnasium where students may come dressed up in their costumes!

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Holiday House and Christmas Fun Day

2008-10-29T14:27:00.001-04:00

The PTA will host a Holiday House gift shop for grades K-4 to 4th on Dec. 8, 10 & 12. The gift shop will run during school hours from 9am to 1pm. Having your child purchase gifts is totally at your discretion. Gift prices will range from $1.00 to $5.00. Please note: we must limit purchases to immediate family and ask that your child’s budget for spending stay under $40.00.
On Sat. 12/13 from 11am to 1pm, the PTA will host a Christmas Fun Day for ALL students and their families to shop, play games and much more.

See the PTA Blog for More Information. The link is in the column on the right.

First Bake Sale of the School Year

2008-10-28T16:04:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Tomorrow is our first bake sale of the school year during lunch time. K4 and 3rd grade will be running tomorrow's bake sale and are asked to supply the items for sale. If you are a parent of a student in one of these classes and are able to donate for the bake sale, please remember to send your items to school with your child in the morning.

The bake sale will be taking place during lunch time. Please remember to send in money with your child to purchase some goodies!

Thank you so much for your support of this fundraiser!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Election Debate Oct. 30th

2008-10-28T16:03:00.001-04:00

Parents,

The middle school classes would like to invite you to attend an election debate this Thursday, October 30th at 1:45 in the main sanctuary. We hope to see you there!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Race for Education is Here!

2008-10-23T22:13:00.001-04:00

Parents,
This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow is Race For Education and will be held at Robert Rundland Park in Glassboro. We will leave the school at approximately 9:45 and return to school by 11:45.
The school day will resume as usual however, parents may sign their children out with their home room teacher.

Come out to support our children for this fun filled day and please pray for NO RAIN!

Blessings,
Lori Di Croce

DRESS DOWN DAY/PICTURE DAY

2008-10-21T21:59:00.000-04:00

Parents,

Tomorrow will be a dress down day for students- GO PHILLIES! Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day.

Forms have been sent home with the information about Picture Day.
Students should follow standard dress code for picture day. This
includes the following:

Boys:
- Navy or Khaki pants
- Navy or burgundy 3 or 4 button polo
- Shoes or sneakers

Girls:
- Plaid or navy jumper
- Khaki or navy skort or skirt
- Navy or khaki pants
- Navy or burgundy 3 or 4 button polo
- Shoes or sneakers

Students who have gym class on Tuesdays should follow the dress code
above for picture day.

Also, fliers went home today with information about the Race for
Education on Friday. I have attached the flier to this email as well. If you are able to help with set-up or tear-down, please e-mail Kathy Lamastra at lamastra@comcast.net.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

School Picture Day

2008-10-20T16:19:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

This Wednesday will be a dress down day in celebration of the Phillies World Series Game #1! Phillies fans are encouraged to wear their team gear. Students may pay $1 to dress down for the day.

Also, information about school picture day is going home today. These envelopes must be returned with your child by Tuesday, October 28th (picture day) if you wish to order pictures. For your convenience, you may also send the envelopes in ahead of time.

Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

2008-10-17T14:43:00.000-04:00

CALVARY HILL INVITES THE ACA FAMILY TO THE FALL HARVEST PARTY,

FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER 2008

WHAT:

Fall Harvest Party. We provide the Harvest Celebration for families that want an alternative to the traditional Halloween celebration. There will be fun and games for children and adults, snacks, candy, and fellowship with like-minded believers. If you have not been able to attend in years past, ask anyone who has been, and you will know a good time is in store.

NEEDS:

It takes more than one or two people to make this event a success. A few extra hands make the work light! We need help with games, picture taking, candy donations, and cleaning up after the event. It's avery long day for workers running the event! Please don't assume that it's all going to magically happen without your help! We need you!!!

WHO CAN HELP:

1) Four or more men (or women to help the men) willing to help with games, snacks or crafts.

2) One person who is very skilled at taking pictures

3) Four men willing to help take things down and clean up afterwards

WHERE:

Calvary Hill Church Gymnasium

WHEN:

Friday, 31 October 2008, 7pm – 8:30pm.

Helpers please plan to arrive around 6:00 pm for setup or 8:30 for take down and clean up.

WHO TO CONTACT:

Rich Graves

Invitation for Students

2008-10-16T16:30:00.000-04:00

Calvary Hill Church invites you to participate in:
o National Girls Ministries (formerly known as Missionettes) - http://ngm.ag.org/
o Royal Rangers - http://royalrangers.ag.org/
o Rainbows for Pre-schoolers (boys and girls)

For additional information and questions please contact:
Rich and Lori Graves

Half Day Tomorrow

2008-10-14T18:51:00.001-04:00

Parents,

This is a reminder that tomorrow, Thursday and Friday will all be half days of school due to Parent/Teacher Conferences. All students will be dismissed at 12:00PM and there will be no lunch or aftercare. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

DRESS DOWN DAY

2008-10-09T16:30:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Tomorrow will be a dress down day for students! To show team spirit for our Philadelphia Phillies and their big games ahead, students are encouraged to wear team colors/jersies. Students pay $1 to dress down for the day so please remember to send $1 to school with your child. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

You Are Invited

2008-10-06T14:34:00.000-04:00

Parents,

Calvary Hill Church would like to extend an invitation to all ACA families for our Harvest Party on Friday, October 31st from 7:00-8:30 PM. Please see the attached flier for more information! Hard copies will also be sent home with K4-4th grade students. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Message from ACA Principal

2008-10-03T14:38:00.003-04:00

October 3, 2008

Dear Parents,

It’s hard to believe that October here already. This will be a busy month with Race for Education being a highlight of the month.

We have needs that everyone’s participation will help alleviate. First, we did not receive over $5,000.00 from the state in technology aid that we thought we would be receiving. We still need to continue upgrading our computers and computer system.

Secondly, we also have not finished the security camera installations, which will make our security surveillance even more effective. These and other school needs will be greatly helped by this effort.

We would like to raise $30,000.00 with this major fund-raiser. All of the help you can give in this effort will be greatly appreciated.

We are trusting the God who can do exceeding, abundantly, above all that we ask or think to meet our needs and to bless you beyond your expectations for your help in this area.

In His Service,

Wellington E.Watts, II

Principal

Reminders for the Week

2008-10-03T13:21:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

- We are still missing family labels for the Race for Education. It
is not too late! We would love to see everyone participate. Please
send in any labels you may have as soon as possible.

-Pretzel orders were due today. However, if you would like to have
your child order pretzels we will accept the orders on Monday as well.

-Dress down days are not every Friday. As stated in the student
handbook, dress down days will be scheduled only twice per month.
Parents and students will be notified via the school calendars and
week at a glance's. Any student that is out of uniform except for
these scheduled dress down days will be written up for dress code
violation. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter!

Enjoy this beautiful fall weather and have a wonderful weekend!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Winter Dress Code

2008-10-02T16:38:00.000-04:00

Parents,
Now that fall is upon us and we are starting to feel the nip in the air, please make sure your children are dressed appropriately. You may refer to the handbook for the winter dress code.

This should include long sleeve shirts or a jacket for recess. It is especially important for the after care program as the children are outside when the sun is starting to set.

Thank you for continued cooperation.

Blessings,
Lori Di Croce

Universal Health Insurance for Children

2008-10-02T14:31:00.004-04:00

Dear Parent (s)/Guardian(s):

Governor Corzine has made a commitment for New Jersey to provide universal health insurance to children and affordable options for parents/guardians with the recent signing of new legislation. This new law mandates that all children age 18 and under have health insurance.

The requirement for health insurance coverage can be met in a variety of ways: (1) through a health insurance plan provided by your employer; (2) through a health insurance policy you purchase directly; and (3) through NJ FamilyCare which provides free or low cost insurance for children and their parents/guardians. Enrollment in school insurance only does not satisfy this new mandate. For more information about NJ Family Care or to apply, please call 1-800701-0710 or visit www.njfamilycare.org.

Parents or guardians who earn too much to qualify for NJ FamilyCare can purchase health insurance for their children at reasonable rates through another program called the NJ FamilyCare Advantage program, which is administered by Horizon NJ Health. For more information about this program, please call NJ FamilyCare Advantage at 1-800-637-2997.

As the law also requires, the New Jersey Department of Education is now assisting the New Jersey Department of Human Services in its efforts to identify uninsured children and to help families access free or low cost health insurance or visit www.horizonNJhealth.com.

Healthy children make better students! Our goal is to assist all New Jersey families in securing no cost or affordable insurance which will provide access to quality healthcare. If you have any questions about this new requirement, please call 1-800-701-0710.

Sincerely,

Lucille E. Davy
Commissioner
Department of Education

Pretzel Order

2008-10-02T09:50:00.001-04:00

Parents,

Just to clarify on the pretzel orders- please return the order forms and payment by tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd. This will allow time for us to get the pretzel orders in for Tuesday. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Philly Pretzel Factory

2008-10-01T16:08:00.001-04:00

Dear Parents,

On Tuesday, October 7 we will begin our pretzel orders from Philly Pretzel Factory. Every Tuesday and Thursday, students will have the opportunity to order pretzels. Please see the attached memo/order form for more information. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Mum Fundraiser Sale

2008-10-01T16:07:00.001-04:00

Dear Parents,

The PTA is sponsoring a fall Mum fundraiser sale. You may purchase the Mums for $4 each or 3 for $10. Please fill out the form sent home with your child and send it back to school with your child with the total due. All orders will be available for pickup the last week of October.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

Craft Supplies Needed

2008-10-01T09:16:00.000-04:00

Dear Parents,

As many of you know, Senora Illas is involved in missions ministry to Guatemala several times year round. The missionaries in Guatemala are currently in need of craft supplies for students in the schools and churches there. If you are interested in this giving opportunity, you may send items in to school with your child or bring them to the main office.

Thank you so much!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary

DRESS DOWN DAY

2008-09-25T14:44:00.000-04:00

Parents,

This is a reminder that tomorrow will be a dress down day. Students may pay $1 and dress down for the day. Please refer to the student handbook dress down guidelines. Thank you!

Danielle Cooper
ACA Receptionist/Secretary